Power System Engineer

TL;DR

Power System Engineer: Designing, analyzing, integrating, and testing power subsystems for satellites with an accent on mission requirements and subsystem architecture. Focus on developing power control and distribution units, battery and solar array specifications, and collaborating with external vendors and internal teams.

Location: Helsinki, Finland or the UK

Company

hirify.global builds intelligent, interconnected satellite platforms with a software-first architecture to improve mission efficiency, headquartered in Helsinki, Finland with a subsidiary in Argentina.

What you will do

• Analyze mission requirements including payload and propulsion modes
• Define architecture and specify requirements for the power subsystem and its units (PCDU, battery, solar arrays, SADA)
• Interact with external providers and internal subsystem teams
• Document power subsystem architecture and analysis
• Develop activities of integration and test (AIT) including EGSE definition and acceptance

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience in power systems engineering within GEO space industry (excluding nanosats/microsats)
• Knowledge of full lifecycle of power subsystems
• Ability to analyze data, manage design documentation, and approve design changes
• Comfortable working with external vendors and consortium partners
• Fluent written and spoken English

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive, dynamic, and diverse team environment
• Challenging and rewarding work with opportunity to contribute ideas
• Supportive network motivated to innovate in space industry
• Benefits including lunch vouchers, events, occupational health care, and additional insurance
• Team activities such as running, climbing, ping pong, and board games
• Relocation support and integration assistance for Finland